Freehand Sharpening

A place to share, learn, & show off sharpening tips, tricks, techniques, & tools for sharpening edges of all kinds.
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bighomer
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Re: Freehand Sharpening

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I got a nice sharpening steel at the flea market for 3 bucks and thought I done good but ya'll put my deal to shame. ::tu:: :lol:
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Re: Freehand Sharpening

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Thanks, bighomer. Glad you like it. ::tu:: It cleaned up nice.
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Re: Freehand Sharpening

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I have to say I really enjoyed this thread! Lots of useful information and tips here for sure.

I have always enjoyed sharpening with a stone or three. I prefer the old ones that were my Dad's and grandfather's but do use diamond stones from time to time, too. Oh, and I like the ceramic rods to finish before I strop, if I feel it needs stropping.

I learned from an old master saddle maker how to sharpen about anything with wet/dry paper and a leather strop. I use that methods mostly on my leather knives but on others too when I take the notion. You sure can get a mirrored edge doing that!
Greg
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